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University Of Iowa Pediatrics
200 Hawkins Drive
Iowa City, IA 52242
Dr. Layne K. Mccord, DMD
200 Hawkins Drive
Iowa City, IA 52242
Dr. Brandon E. Newell, DDS
200 Hawkins Drive
Iowa City, IA 52242
University of Iowa Hosps/Clinics: Maze Glenn Ian DDS
200 Hawkins Drive
Iowa City, IA 52242
Dr. Kyra W. Monson, DDS
200 Hawkins Drive
Iowa City, IA 52242
University of Iowa Health Care: Forbes Lance Paul DDS
200 Hawkins Drive
Iowa City, IA 52242
University of Iowa Hosps/Clinics: Straub Cheryl L DDS
200 Hawkins Drive
Iowa City, IA 52242
University Ia Oral Surgery: Lew Daniel DDS
200 Hawkins Drive
Iowa City, IA 52242
University of Iowa Hosps/Clinics: Markt Jeffery C DDS
200 Hawkins Drive
Iowa City, IA 52242
University of Iowa Hosps/Clinics: Wheeler James J DDS
200 Hawkins Drive
Iowa City, IA 52242
We usually associate the braces with children. Nowadays, however, more and more adults also become patients in the orthodontic offices. Fashion is not only about clothing, good cosmetics, complexion and hairstyle. White and healthy teeth are also trendy. When should an adult contact and orthodontist? ... .
Malocclusion means all kinds of possible deviations from ideal occlusion. It manifests itself with a misalignment of the teeth in the dental arch, delayed teething, having supernumerary or missing teeth as well as having teeth of abnormal size or shape. Malocclusion does not only affect your appearance, but also has an impact on the oral cavity functions. In effect, you might suffer from breathing, chewing, swallowing or even speech disorders. Overbite, underbite and crossbite are the most ... .
In order to maintain the effects of the orthodontic treatment, we have to undergo the retention phase, which will prevent possible return of malocclusion. What is the retention phase and how long does it take? During the orthodontic treatment our teeth change their position. The braces force the teeth to move from places where they have stayed during our whole life. Unfortunately, usually the braces are not enough to hold the teeth in the desired position for ... .
Every kind of malocclusion in a child can have very serious consequences. This is why we should begin the treatment right after we notice first symptoms of any type of bad bite. ... .
Braces can make your life difficult in many various ways. Before the treatment, the patients usually have concerns about their future life with a foreign object in their mouth. The braces, however, do not prevent you from having a normal life. Nonetheless, during the treatment, you should follow all medical advices of your doctor, especially those concerning oral hygiene. ... .